Back Waiter FullTime

Overview

Job Description

• Assist with dining room setup prior to service, including but not limited to: linens, glassware, silverware, and tabletop details, fans/heaters and other equipment
• Maintain cleanliness of interior/exterior guest areas
• Maintain water service and refill beverages promptly and discreetly
• Deliver and clear food courses in coordination with the Captain and kitchen within FORBES 5 star service
• Accurately mark tables with appropriate flatware and glassware prior to each course
• Maintain clean and organized service stations and sidework areas throughout the shift
• Reset and flip tables post-departure with attention to detail and speed
• Support Captains with guest needs and respond quickly to requests during service
• Break down and close dining room post-service, including polishing, organizing, and restocking service tools, fans/heaters
• Must be in approved clean and well-maintained uniform, natural and clean appearance and cleanliness about their person

The Back Waiter must possess a strong sense of urgency, organization, and situational awareness, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment; they should know proper table settings, course progression, and stemware, communicate clearly with the service team, and maintain a discreet, polished presence in the dining room.

• 3+ years experience in serving at restaurants (casual) OR 2+ years experience as a back waiter in a Forbes 5-star or Michelin restaurant
• Ability to work full-time (30-35 hours per week) and late nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English
• Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and attention to detail are essential
• Valid Food Handler’s Card
• Clear and calm verbal communication
• Solution-oriented, skilled at proactively identifying service challenges and supporting servers to ensure flawless fine dining experiences
• Ability to work quickly in a high-paced, physically and mentally demanding environment

Pay Rate: $19.50 - $21.00 an hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to medical coverage, comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future, including 24/7 online physician consultations, virtual mental health resources, life coaching, employee communities, rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements, and on-demand fitness videos
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development: Learning resources including leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Company-wide mentorship program to share goals and drive your career forward.
• Continuous Improvement Training: Training that empowers employees to learn and implement concepts for positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society: The Wonderful Company has invested in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” and was named one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our CSR efforts, see the CSR information in the corporate materials.
• Giving Back to the Community: Wonderful Giving and Wonderful Neighbor programs to contribute to charities and group service projects.

Location:

Paso Robles, JUSTIN® Vineyards & Winery. The winery offers a tasting room, accommodations, and a restaurant. Further details and history are provided in the original description.

The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to a diverse workforce and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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